EDITORIAL LIBRARY

Published articles

Source-led reading on cities, transport, industry and travel in Korea.

01 · Society & industryKorea beyond the headlines

A first guide to the context used to read Korea.

02 · Cities & transportHow Korea’s urban rail works

A practical guide to transfers, fares and airport journeys.

03 · Technology & industryReading Korea’s semiconductor industry

Memory, foundry, supply chains and regional infrastructure.

04 · Travel & livingBusan in two nights

A calm route linking station, markets, harbour and coast.

05 · Travel & livingSeoul to Busan by KTX

Booking, Seoul Station and the final connection in one guide.

06 · 여행과 생활After landing at Incheon

터미널·입국장·공항 교통·숙소까지의 마지막 이동을 함께 계획하는 안내.

07 · 여행과 생활Where to stay in Seoul

여행 목적과 실제 이동을 기준으로 서울 숙소 동네를 고르는 안내.

08 · 여행과 생활Getting data in Korea

eSIM·유심·공공 Wi‑Fi를 고르는 실용 안내.

09 · 여행과 생활Using a transport card in Korea

T-money·지하철·버스 환승을 여행 일정에 넣는 안내.

10 · 여행과 생활Ordering coffee in Korea

주문·좌석·결제·콘센트 이용까지 여행자가 알아두면 좋은 카페 안내.

11 · Travel & livingUsing convenience stores in Korea

Small meals, payment, transport cards and late-night preparation.

12 · 여행과 생활Traveling Korea on a rainy day

우산·실내 동선·젖은 신발을 고려해 하루를 다시 짜는 여행 안내.

13 · 여행과 생활Ordering at restaurants in Korea

메뉴·호출벨·결제·팁 문화를 여행자 눈높이에서 정리한 안내.

14 · Travel & livingTaking taxis in Korea

Destination, apps, payment and late-night travel in one practical guide.

15 · Travel & livingDisposing of waste in Korea

A practical guide to accommodation, convenience stores and public places.

16 · Travel & livingUsing pharmacies in Korea

Finding a pharmacy, preparing prescriptions and planning for late hours.

17 · Travel & livingUsing public restrooms in Korea

Finding facilities, reading signs and planning a comfortable route.

18 · Travel & livingDoing laundry in Korea

A practical sequence for accommodation, laundromats and drying.

19 · Travel & livingStoring luggage in Korea

Lockers, hotels and delivery options between check-out and your next stop.

20 · Travel & livingBuying an umbrella in Korea

Umbrellas, wet items and rain-friendly travel routes.

21 · Travel & livingCharging your phone in Korea

Outlets, cafés and power banks for a connected trip.

22 · Travel & livingReceiving deliveries in Korea

Accommodation, address and collection checks for travelers.

23 · Travel & livingFinding your way in Korea

Addresses, station exits and walking time for travelers.

24 · Travel & livingShopping at Korean supermarkets

Food, payment and packing tips for travelers.

25 · Travel & livingChoosing souvenirs in Korea

Price, packing and carry-on checks for a useful gift.

26 · Travel & livingUsing a hair salon in Korea

Booking, consultation, time and payment for travelers.

27 · Travel & livingUsing a Korean jjimjilbang

Entry, clothing, facilities and etiquette for visitors.

28 · Travel & livingUsing a Korean noraebang

Room choice, song search, time and payment for visitors.

29 · Travel & livingUsing photo booths in Korea

Shooting, frames, prints and digital sharing for visitors.

30 · Travel & livingPreparing a hike near Seoul

Route, weather, transport and safety for day hikers.

31 · Travel & livingCash and cards in Korea

ATMs, foreign cards and currency checks for travelers.

32 · Travel & livingIntercity and express buses in Korea

Terminals, tickets and boarding checks for long-distance trips.

33 · Travel & livingTax refund shopping in Korea

Receipts, passport and departure checks for shoppers.

34 · Travel & livingDining alone in Korea

Choosing a restaurant, ordering and waiting comfortably.

35 · Travel & livingPacking for a trip to Korea

A practical list for weather changes, city moves and laundry.

36 · Travel & livingChecking in and out of a Korean hotel

Booking, luggage storage and airport-transfer checks for a smoother stay.

37 · Travel & livingEnjoying Korean street food

Ordering, payment and allergy checks at markets and street stalls.

38 · Travel & livingTrying hanbok in Korea

Rental, comfort and return-time checks for a hanbok day.

39 · Culture & travelVisiting temples in Korea

Dress, etiquette, photos and a quieter way to visit.

40 · Travel & livingHandling emergencies in Korea

112, 119, pharmacies and hospitals in a calm traveler checklist.

41 · Culture & travelVisiting museums and galleries in Korea

Hours, reservations, bags, photography and a calm route through exhibitions.

42 · Culture & travelVisiting traditional markets in Korea

Cash, samples, packing and moving through local markets with respect.

43 · Travel & livingExchanging and returning purchases in Korea

Receipts, packaging, store policies and tax refunds for travelers.

44 · Travel & livingBooking attractions in Korea

Official tickets, time slots, identification and cancellation checks.

45 · Travel & livingUsing hospitals and clinics in Korea

Appointments, interpretation, costs and insurance documents for travelers.

47 · Travel & livingUsing tourist information in Korea

Maps, bookings and language help from information centres and 1330.

48 · Travel & livingFinding lost property in Korea

A step-by-step guide for subway, taxi, airport and police lost-and-found channels.

49 · Travel & livingTravelling in Korea with children

Strollers, care rooms, meals and rest stops for a calmer family trip.

50 · Travel & livingVisiting local festivals in Korea

Schedules, crowds, payment, weather and the route home.

51 · Travel & livingPlanning a beach or island trip in Korea

Weather, ferries, safety and the final connection for a coastal trip.

52 · Travel & livingPlanning night tourism in Korea

Hours, last trains, safety routes and bookings after sunset.

53 · Travel & livingLeaving Korea: airport transfer, check-in and tax refunds

A final-day guide to the airport, customs and tax refunds.

54 · Travel & livingPlanning weekends and public holidays in Korea

Hours, bookings and backup plans for busy travel dates.

55 · Travel & livingStaying connected in Korea

How to choose eSIM, SIM, pocket Wi‑Fi or roaming for a practical trip.

56 · Culture & travelPhotography etiquette in Korea

Palaces, markets, temples and people: how to take respectful travel photos.

57 · Travel & livingUsing public Wi‑Fi safely in Korea

Connection, security and backup options for airports, stations and cafés.

58 · Travel & livingPlanning a Korea travel budget

Divide transport, meals, tickets, connectivity and a buffer before your trip.

59 · Travel & livingPlanning a Korea day itinerary

Group nearby areas and balance bookings, travel time and breaks.

60 · Travel & livingFood allergies and dietary restrictions in Korea

Explain restrictions, check dishes and plan safer meals while travelling.

61 · Travel & livingChecking travel bookings in Korea

Keep QR codes, vouchers, conditions and cancellation details ready for each stop.

62 · Travel & livingMaking the most of waiting time in Korea

Use airport, station and café waits safely while preparing for the next connection.

63 · Travel & livingHandling restaurant waits in Korea

Register, read the menu and adjust your route when a popular restaurant is busy.

64 · Travel & livingHandling noise and disturbances at Korean accommodation

A calm way to report noise, housekeeping and access problems at hotels and guesthouses.

65 · Travel & livingSending postcards and parcels from Korea

Addresses, packaging, post offices and receipts for sending something home.

66 · Travel & livingUsing bakeries in Korea

Choose displayed bread, check ingredients, packaging, payment and storage with confidence.

67 · Travel & livingUsing public bicycles in Korea

Rent, return and ride city bicycles safely while travelling in Korea.

68 · Travel & livingHaving breakfast at a hotel in Korea

Check breakfast hours, dietary needs, takeout rules and your checkout timing.

69 · Travel & livingUnderstanding tipping in Korea

Know what to expect when paying at restaurants, taxis and hotels in Korea.

70 · Travel & livingPrinting, copying and scanning in Korea

Find a place, prepare your file and print travel documents with less stress.

71 · Culture & travelVisiting a traditional tea house in Korea

Choose tea, enjoy traditional desserts and understand the quiet rhythm of a Korean tea house.

72 · Travel & livingUsing public libraries in Korea

Check visitor rules, seats, Wi-Fi and opening days when you need a quiet place to reset.

73 · Travel & livingUsing electricity and plugs in Korea

Check voltage, adapters and a safe charging routine for your devices in Korea.

74 · Travel & livingChecking weather and air quality in Korea

Use forecasts and air-quality information to adjust clothes and outdoor plans.

75 · Culture & travelVisiting Korean palaces

Check opening days, tickets, tours and nearby routes for an unhurried palace visit.

76 · Travel & livingShopping for K-beauty in Korea

Choose cosmetics and gifts with labels, hygiene, receipts and return-country rules in mind.

77 · Culture & travelPreparing an autumn foliage trip in Korea

Plan weather, transport, crowds and indoor backups for a comfortable foliage day.

78 · Travel & livingRequesting a hotel room in Korea

Ask for non-smoking, quiet rooms or a bed setup clearly and confirm what is possible.

Every listed article is available in Korean and six additional languages. Travel editions use Google Maps; Korean editions use Naver Map.